Before you hire a buyers advocate, you need to understand exactly what you are paying for and whether you actually need full-service representation. For many buyers, a fixed-fee property advisor gives you the expert support you need at a fraction of the cost.
How Much Do Buyers Advocates Charge in Australia?
| Fee Type | Typical Range | On a $900k Property |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of purchase price | 1.5% to 3% | $13,500 to $27,000 |
| Fixed fee (full service) | $10,000 to $20,000 | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Engagement/retainer fee | $1,000 to $3,000 | Usually non-refundable |
| Auction bidding only | $500 to $1,500 | Limited service |
| Collings Property Advisory | $4,500 fixed | $4,500 all-inclusive |
What Do Buyers Advocate Fees Cover?
A full-service buyers advocate typically includes:
- Property search (finding properties on your behalf)
- Property assessment and shortlisting
- Due diligence and building/pest inspections
- Negotiation or auction bidding
- Contract review and settlement support
When You Do NOT Need a Full-Service Buyers Advocate
If you have already found the property yourself, you are paying for services you do not need. Most buyers who hire a full-service advocate after finding their own property are paying $10,000 to $20,000 for what is essentially negotiation and contract support — which is exactly what Collings Property Advisory provides for $4,500.
Buyers Advocate vs Property Advisor — Which Is Right for You?
| Full-Service Buyers Advocate | Collings Property Advisory | |
|---|---|---|
| You need someone to find properties | Yes — ideal | Not this service |
| You have found the property yourself | Overkill — you pay for search you don’t need | Ideal — fixed fee, expert support |
| Cost on $900k property | $13,500 to $27,000 | $4,500 |
| Negotiation support | Yes | Yes |
| Property analysis | Yes | Yes |
| Contract support | Yes | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are buyers advocate fees tax deductible?
For investment properties, buyers advocate fees may be considered a capital cost and added to your cost base, reducing capital gains tax when you sell. Consult your accountant for specific advice.
Can I negotiate buyers advocate fees?
Some advocates will negotiate their fees, particularly for high-value properties. However, a fixed-fee property advisory service gives you certainty from the start.
What is cheaper than a buyers advocate?
Collings Property Advisory at $4,500 + GST fixed fee is significantly cheaper than full-service buyers advocacy, while still providing expert property analysis, negotiation strategy and contract support.
Why Collings Property Advisory?
We created the fixed-fee property advisory model specifically for buyers who have found their property and need expert support — not a full search service. You save between $8,000 and $22,000 compared to full-service buyers advocacy while still getting independent, data-driven advice powered by GeeVee property intelligence.
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